2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Grand Prix | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |